An unidentified man sitting in front of the Cruger Island "ruins," probably in the early decades of the 20th century. credit Courtesy Egbert Benson Historical Society of Rec Hook
by Robin Cherry
How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook.
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by Cynthia Owen Philip
New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas.
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Local History
by Teresa Vilardi
For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck.
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General Interest
by Rob Rubsam
Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better.
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by Mary Leonard
The Rhinebeck Science Foundation has come through on the technology front, especially for Rhinebeck's middle schoolers.
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Building & Home
by M. C. Primiano
When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths!
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by Neil Soderstrom
Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows.
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Food & Wine
by Laura Pensiero
Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps!
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by Arlene Wege
Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . .
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Health & Wellness
by Naomi Kennedy
Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them.
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by Kathryn Matthews
Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health?
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Dutchess/Columbia Community Businesses
Town & Country Residential Services provides complete oversight of all aspects related to the care, maintenance, and security of high-end residential properties located in Northern Dutchess County. Management of contractor activity, housekeeping and grounds crews, security patrols, alarm response, and many other services tailored to individual client needs. Confidential and professional. Offering all the benefits of 24/7 caretaking coupled with the privacy of an off-site provider. 914-466-2002
An accessories boutique featuring beautiful beaded and silver jewelry by Diana Brind Jewelry Design. Private line cosmetics by ChaosCosmetics. Bags by Kipling and Whiting & Davis. SugarPlum toiletries, hair ornaments, hats and more. 71 E. Market St, Rhinebeck 845-876-6729
Bright large studio for drawing, illustration, manga, painting, clay, sculpture, figure drawing, Japanese arts, crafts, etc. Art history & world culture. Year-round Classes, Summer Camp, Workshops, Art Parties & Events for all ages! The Chocolate Factory
54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook 845-758-9719
An analytic approach to the therapeutic process based on the theories of Jacques Lacan, which supports a belief in the ability of the individual to recognize and incorporate more productive solutions to persistent or problematic patterns of behavior. Rhinebeck: 845-876-5800
NYC: 917-270-8280
This well established Montessori school is now offering full and half day programs with aftercare. Enroll now for fall 2013. Contact Ronnie Hazzard, MS Ed. 109 Albany Road, Kingston 845-331-5477
Live, quality music for all occasions: Jazz, dinner & cocktail music for weddings & corporate events. "The Music was excellent; a wonderful time was had by all and the Music contributed so much to the atmosphere of the event." —Dutchess County Arts Council. Sample available on CD or online. See also under "Music Instruction." Tivoli 845-757-4187
Get hot & cold subs & the best pizza in town at this family-owned community gathering spot in the heart of the village. 7514 N. Broadway, Red Hook 845-758-5808
Located in Rhinebeck, Hill offers full service brokerage based on a tradition of listing and selling fine homes, farms and land in No. Dutchess and So. Columbia Counties for over 15 years. 6808 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck 845-876-8888
I am fully committed to providing a high level of service aimed at successfully buying or selling your house or land at a satisfactory price, in the shortest time possible, and with the least hassle. My website provides instant access to region-wide MLS listings and municipal property data. Contact me anytime; I welcome the opportunity to serve you anywhere in the AboutTown region. Red Hook 845-532-1204
Taste the difference. We provide high quality food and catering with attention to detail and exquisite presentation. Seasonal fresh, local ingredients used. Call to discuss your upcoming event. One E. Market St., Red Hook 845-758-9030
Durants is a local rental company with a vast assortment of party rentals to suit any event from barbeque to black tie, collegiate to corporate, disco to debutante . . . Durants Party Rentals . . . the company to keep. 1155 Route 9, Wappingers Falls 845-298-0011
House cleaning offered by an experienced professional. Can arrange for window cleaning. Reasonable rates. Call for references. 518-965-2363 or 518-537-5507
Fresh, young boutique winery: family owned and operated. Located in Clermont, Rt. 9, our tasting room is open Fri noon–7pm and Sat–Sun noon–5pm. 1774 Rt. 9, Germantown 518-537-WINE
All your Indian favorites: curries, tandooris, vindaloos, vegetarian and meat favorites, breads and appetizers. 28 E. Market St, Red Hook 845-758-2666
Family owned & operated serving the Hudson Valley since 1973. We provide quality service & installations to homeowners, contractors, architects & commercial businesses. Let the "only real door company in the valley" exceed your expectations. Full showroom & parts counter. Like us on Facebook! 40 Arlington Ave, Poughkeepsie 845-471-1130
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